What changed in Company of Heroes 2 in 2023
21 updates · 4 main milestones · Jan 9, 2023 to Jan 19, 2023
- 7 eventsResolved multiple crashes related to configurations and renderingbug fix
Several crashes were identified and fixed during the Tech Test.
SteamEnhanced sound output quality settingsaudioFixed issue where sound output quality defaulted to Low or Medium instead of High.
SteamFixed issues causing lighting shadow artifacts and missing terrain detailsbug fixTwo rendering and map bugs were addressed to improve visual fidelity.
SteamAdded customizable keybinds and WASD camera controlsquality of lifeNew options for camera controls and keybinding to enhance player experience.
SteamReworking and optimizing audio effects for realismaudioAudio effects for cannons, machineguns, and explosions are being reworked for better impact.
SteamOngoing discussions for balance and unit abilities post-launchbalance changeMilestoneFeedback from the Tech Test will inform balance patches and quality-of-life changes after launch.
SteamImproved vehicle starting state with slight weatheringvisualsVehicles will now start in a more weathered state to enhance realism.
Steam - 13 eventsClient Stability and Compatibility Testingquality of lifeMilestone
Testing various hardware and software configurations for stability.
SteamFeedback on Faction Balance and Unitsbalance changePlayer feedback will inform future balance changes and gameplay iterations.
SteamServer Load and Stability TestingperformanceMilestoneTesting server performance during matches, logins, and matchmaking.
SteamMultiplayer Tech Test Startsseasonal eventThe Multiplayer Tech Test will be available to all players for free starting January 11th.
SteamText Chat Box Width Issueui uxText chat box may get wider than intended when typing long messages.
SteamAvailable Multiplayer ModesgameplayPlayers can engage in 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 matches during the tech test.
SteamMission Zero Tutorial Introductionnew contentFirst-time launch tutorial available, though many tutorials will be absent during the test.
SteamSmoke Launcher Ability Bugbug fixThe Smoke Launcher ability on the Panzer III cannot be used more than once.
SteamKnown Issues and Bugs Reportingbug fixPlayers can report bugs and issues encountered during the tech test.
SteamWehrmacht Sniper Missing Veterancy Descriptionsbug fixVeterancy descriptions are missing for the Wehrmacht Sniper.
SteamBattlegroups Display Issuebug fixBattlegroups may show as pink placeholder boxes after finishing an automatch game.
SteamIncorrect Territory Point Income in Twin Beachesbug fixTwin Beaches map has incorrect territory point income and Victory point count.
SteamCompany of Heroes 3 Multiplayer Tech Test Launchnew contentMilestoneThe Multiplayer Tech Test begins on January 11th, allowing players to test the game before its official launch.
Steam - 1 eventPublic Multiplayer Tech Test Registrationnew content
Players can register for the public Multiplayer Tech Test starting January 11th.
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